As part of the nationwide town hall interface and site visit tour, the Minister of Ministry of Youth & Sports and delegation yesterday began their Greater Banjul Area engagements in the West Coast Region, where they were warmly received by the Regional Governor, Hon. Ousman Bojang, alongside members of the Regional Youth and Sports Committee.
In his welcoming remarks, the Governor described the town hall as a vital platform for listening directly to young people. He encouraged youth to speak up on issues affecting their lives and challenged them to reflect on their personal growth and responsibilities.
Addressing participants, the Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports Bakary Y. Badjie, highlighted ongoing skills development and entrepreneurship programmes, as well as the transformation of GTTI into USET to strengthen TVET training nationwide initiatives aimed at reducing youth unemployment.
During the interactive session, young people raised key concerns, including the promotion of martial arts, women’s representation, sexual and gender-based violence, limited employment opportunities, sports infrastructure development, and support for persons with disabilities.
